1967 NSU Prinz vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 833 kg more than 1967 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Prinz | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | NSU | Nissan |
| Model | Prinz | Altima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
